- Dentist
Dukinfield Dental Care
Assessment report published 9 March 2026
Contents
Judgements
Our view of the service
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 17 February 2026.
We found the practice had met regulations.
The practice had effective systems to identify and manage risks, including infection prevention and control.
Staff had the skills, knowledge and experience to carry out their roles.
Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation and there was effective leadership and a culture of continuous improvement.
Staff provided care and treatment in line with current guidance. They treated patients with dignity and respect and ensured access to care, support, and treatment when required.
The practice is in Dukinfield, Greater Manchester and provides NHS and private dental care and treatment for adults and children.
There was step-free access to the practice via a portable ramp and car parking spaces, including dedicated parking for disabled people, near the practice.
The practice had 2 treatment rooms. The total number of staff was 4. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including 1 dentist and 1 dental nurse.
People's experience of this service
Prior to our inspection, we asked the practice to encourage patients to share their views of the service with us. We received feedback from 6 patients. We saw patient feedback from 10 patients, who had completed paper feedback forms before the inspection day. On the day of our inspection, we saw patient feedback from a further 7 patients, who had left online reviews. Patient feedback provided a positive view of the dental team and care provided by the practice.
Comments included:
“I was given an appointment in very good time and the dental treatment I had was excellent all the staff at Dukinfield dentist are excellent.”
“Our whole family go to this dentist, they always accommodate us so we can all come at the same time, the staff are polite, professional and friendly, always greeting us like we belong there. Every member of the team is lovely and they show the upmost respect and always answer our questions and deal with our dental problems straight away. There is no stress or anxiety about going to visit as we know it will be relaxed.”
“The surgery have always provided excellent service to me and my family. They are flexible with their appointments which is helpful for a working family. We moved here from another dental practice and have been really impressed with their friendly approach. All the staff are happy to talk through any concerns.”
Patients commented positively about the standards of cleanliness.
Patients felt able to book appointments within an acceptable timescale for their needs and said they had enough time during their appointment without feeling rushed. “In case of urgently needed appointments, they do everything to see you asap.”
Patients told us they were given clear information to help them make an informed choice about their treatment and any associated costs. They were involved in decisions about their care.
Patients said when they were prescribed medicines, sufficient information was given.
Patients told us that they were supported to maintain their oral health and were provided with appropriate information and resources.
The practice shared patient feedback with the team. We were told this was reviewed and where suggestions had been made, appropriate action would be taken.